The New York Times, October 19, 2011 -
“Australian business schools, which rely heavily on overseas students, are seeking ways to attract degree candidates amid increasingly strong international competition, a global decline in M.B.A. applications, and a steep drop in international student numbers over all.
“Educators have warned that the country must act soon to match the recruitment and pulling power of schools in Britain and the United States, while also addressing increasing competition from programs in Asia.
The number of international student visa applications in Australia has dropped almost 20 percent during the past fiscal year, the Immigration Department reports. Because Australian business schools depend on revenue from international students, that is a big problem.
The number of international student visa applications in Australia has dropped almost 20 percent during the past fiscal year, the Immigration Department reports. Because Australian business schools depend on revenue from international students, that is a big problem.
“…Under pressure from Australian universities, the Australian government last month announced changes in its student visa program in hopes of counteracting the decrease in applications.
“…International students completing masters’ degrees in business administration in Australia are expected to benefit from the changes, which introduce a two-year post-study visa, streamlined visa processing and more relaxed rules on students’ financial situations.”
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